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Best Wisdom Teeth Removal Dentists in Palo Alto, CA (2026)

63 clinics offering wisdom teeth removal, rankedUpdated 1 oral surgeon0 paid placementsHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall for wisdom teeth removal: Crystal Chang, DDS, ranked #1 of 63 by service score; ranked on access and profile data; Google ratings not yet collected.

  2. 5

    Best specialist (oral surgeon): Scott C. Baird, D.M.D., an oral surgeon on staff, 4.0★ from 28 Google reviews, 7 of 20 collected reviews mention wisdom teeth removal.

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63 Palo Alto clinics list wisdom teeth removal and are ranked here by service score. 1 lists an oral surgeon and 7 open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them.

Top 10 wisdom teeth dentists in Palo Alto at a glance

Top 10 wisdom teeth dentists in Palo Alto at a glance
RankClinicService scoreSpecialist on staffRating (reviews)Reviews mentioning wisdom teeth
1Crystal Chang, DDS73———
2Gary Roberts, DDS - Stanford Medicine Children's Health73———
3Little Bytes Pediatric Dentistry Palo Alto73———
4Nakamitsu, Nola M73———
5Scott C. Baird, D.M.D.72Yes (oral surgeon)4.0★ (28)7
6Au Orthodontics67———
7Chiang Robert Y DDS67———
8Dr. Amrit Singh67———
9Dr. Eric Kwon67———
10Dr. James Ho DMD MPH67———

The 63 best wisdom teeth dentists in Palo Alto, ranked

Ordered by service score: the DR Score plus bonuses for a specialist on staff, reviews that mention the service and same-day care where it applies.

  2. #2 Gary Roberts, DDS - Stanford Medicine Children's Health

    750 Welch Rd Ste 118, Palo Alto, CA 94304, United States

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #2 for wisdom teeth removal in Palo Alto on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Gary Roberts, DDS - Stanford Medicine Children's HealthFull profile(650) 723-7001

  3. #3 Little Bytes Pediatric Dentistry Palo Alto

    73/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #3 for wisdom teeth removal in Palo Alto on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Little Bytes Pediatric Dentistry Palo AltoFull profile
    In their words

    Palo Alto Pediatric Dentist Michelle Haghpanah specializes in pediatric dentistry, she treats children from infancy through adolescence, and those with special needs. Caring for your child is serious business, that’s why she treats each child as if they are her own. Dr. Haghpanah looks forward to partnering with you to help your child achieve a lifetime of healthy bytes!

    From Little Bytes Pediatric Dentistry Palo Alto's own description. Not part of the ranking.

  21. #21 South County Community Health Center, Inc.

    ste a east 94303, 1798 Bay Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94303

    67/10015% of factors measured

    Ranked #21 for wisdom teeth removal in Palo Alto on access and profile data; Google ratings are not yet collected.

    Based on services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at South County Community Health Center, Inc.Full profile(650) 330-7400

  25. #25 Palo Alto Dental Care

    2421 Park Blvd Suite A200, Palo Alto, CA 94306

    57/10030% of factors measured

    Ranked #25 for wisdom teeth removal in Palo Alto: evening hours and Saturday hours.

    Based on access, services and profile completeness; Google ratings not yet collected.

    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 10 AM–7 PM · Wed–Thu 9 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed

    General dentistryCleaningEmergency careRoot canalExtractionWisdom teethImplantsInvisalign+9 more

    Book appointment at Palo Alto Dental CareFull profile(650) 325-2457

All 63 clinics

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #63, in DR Score order; each links to its full profile.

RankClinicDR ScoreEvenings / weekends
26Gentle Dental Palo Alto47Sat
27Palo Alto Advanced Dentists47Sat
28Palo Alto Dental Group47Sat
29Blue Turtle Dental47Sat
30Palo Alto Smiles by R Rastakhiz DDS47Sat
31W. Gregory Tseng, DDS43Sat
32Dr. S. Brian Liu, DDS, MS.37
33Bjelajac Dental Practice, Inc37
34Javidan Endodontics37
35Ala Din DDS37
36Cardinal Dental37
37Christine Hansen DDS & Associates37
38Douglas Arakawa DDS37
39Kris S. Hamamoto DDS37
40Palo Alto Oral Health37
41Evergreen Park Dental, Palo Alto37
42Tiffany Bui, DMD37
43Delores W Eberhart DDS37
44Zahra Hakim,DDS.inc37
45Bryant St Dental37
46Palo Alto Dental Wellness37
47Cambridge Dental Studio37
48Christian K. Lee, DDS, MS37
49Collins and Mingrone, DDS37
50Mary Qian Dental Group37
51Dr. Denise M. Henderson, DDS37
52Stanford Oral Medicine and Maxillofacial Surgery Clinic37
53Palo Alto Central Dental37
54Palo Alto Dental Center37
55Roshan Emam, DDS37
56Dr. Mimi Salkola33
57Cox and Miranda, DDS33
58Babak Mostaan DDS33
59Stanford Smile Design33
60Jung Nam, DMD, MSD, Inc.33
61Lindsey Chris E DDS33
62Palo Alto33
63Dr. Stanley Lin D.D.S.33

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What is wisdom teeth removal?

Wisdom teeth are the third molars, which usually come in between ages 17 and 25. They are often removed when they are impacted, partly erupted, decayed, or crowding other teeth. Not every wisdom tooth needs to come out; x-rays help decide.

Wisdom teeth removal: specialist or general dentist?

General dentists remove many erupted wisdom teeth. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons typically remove impacted wisdom teeth, especially those near the jaw nerve, and offer IV sedation or general anesthesia.

1 of Palo Alto's 63 clinics offering wisdom teeth removal has an oral surgeon on staff. See oral surgeons in Palo Alto

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Palo Alto?

Typical ranges in USD for Palo Alto, CA. Your price depends on the tooth, the case and the clinic.

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Palo Alto?
TypeTypical range (USD)BasisAs of
Erupted wisdom tooth, per tooth$320–$630DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Soft-tissue impacted, per tooth$400–$950DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
Bony impacted, per tooth$550–$1,250DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—
All four with IV sedation$2,350–$4,750DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California—

Estimates, not quotes. Ask the clinic for a written estimate. Full wisdom teeth removal cost guide for Palo Alto

What to expect from wisdom teeth removal

Typical ranges for most patients. Your dentist's plan may differ.

Wisdom teeth removal: visits, chair time and recovery
FactTypically
Typical visitsA consultation, then 1 surgery visit and often a follow-up
Chair timeAbout 30–90 minutes for all four
RecoveryMost people rest 2–4 days; swelling usually peaks around day 2 or 3
When to see a specialistImpacted teeth, teeth close to the jaw nerve, or when you want IV sedation

How we ranked Palo Alto wisdom teeth dentists

We scored 63 Palo Alto clinics offering wisdom teeth removal on 6 factors: reputation 45%, review volume 15%, recency 10%, access 15%, services 10%, profile completeness 5%. 11 were excluded (11 duplicate listings). Data from Google listings and clinic websites, refreshed October 21, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured clinics are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

DR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Palo Alto data
Reputation45%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Review volume15%log10(review count) against the city maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews in the last 12 monthsMeasured
Access15%Evenings, Saturday, Sunday, same-day/emergency, accepting new patientsMeasured
Services10%Services offered out of 17Measured
Profile completeness5%Named dentists, years open, languages, insurance, photosMeasured

Wisdom teeth removal in Palo Alto: frequently asked questions

Who is the best wisdom teeth removal dentist in Palo Alto?

Crystal Chang, DDS ranks #1 of 63 Palo Alto clinics offering wisdom teeth removal by DentistsRanked service score. Gary Roberts, DDS - Stanford Medicine Children's Health ranks #2. The score weighs reputation, access, services and profile data, plus a bonus for an oral surgeon on staff.

How much does wisdom teeth removal cost in Palo Alto, CA?

Wisdom teeth removal in Palo Alto typically costs $280–$980 USD. By type: erupted wisdom tooth, per tooth $320–$630; soft-tissue impacted, per tooth $400–$950; bony impacted, per tooth $550–$1,250. These are estimates, not quotes. Basis: DentistsRanked estimate from typical fees, adjusted for California. Ask the clinic for a written estimate.

Do general dentists in Palo Alto do wisdom teeth removal?

Yes. 62 of the 63 Palo Alto clinics offering wisdom teeth removal do not list an oral surgeon, so general dentists there typically provide it. 1 lists an oral surgeon on staff. Typical reasons to see an oral surgeon: impacted teeth, teeth close to the jaw nerve, or when you want IV sedation.

Is wisdom teeth removal covered by insurance or Medicaid in California?

Many dental insurance plans cover wisdom teeth removal as oral surgery, often at 50–80% after the deductible. Sedation may be covered separately or not at all. Some medical plans cover impacted teeth. Medicaid coverage varies by state.

Does wisdom teeth removal hurt?

During surgery you should not feel pain, because the area is numbed and many patients also choose sedation. Soreness, swelling and jaw stiffness for several days afterward are common. Most patients manage with prescribed or over-the-counter pain relief and rest.

Which Palo Alto wisdom teeth removal dentists are open on Saturday?

7 of 63 Palo Alto clinics offering wisdom teeth removal list Saturday hours, including Palo Alto Dental Care, Gentle Dental Palo Alto and Palo Alto Advanced Dentists. Hours come from each clinic's listing; check with the clinic before you go, since holiday and summer hours can change.

How many dentists offer wisdom teeth removal in Palo Alto?

63 Palo Alto clinics list wisdom teeth removal in our data. 1 of them lists an oral surgeon on staff. They include Scott C. Baird, D.M.D.. 7 are open Saturdays. Google ratings are on file for 1 of them. Counts update when clinics change their profiles.

Update log for Palo Alto

  1. : DR Scores recalculated for 85 clinics.
  2. : 11 duplicate listings merged.

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